Liberty Nation Podcast

The REAL Coach O and Bailey Hale

We have tried all season, and in this episode Kevin and Phil finally got The REAL Coach O (Coach's Wife Nisha) on the podcast.  Find out all about Coach's wife; from what she does on Gamedays, to how she handles life as a Coaches wife, how negative media about her husband affects her, and her feelings about the game of football!
And she does give us some insiders info on things about Coach that not many people know!  Some will surprise you (pew pew)!
We also interview K Bailey Hale in this episode.  Bailey resides in OKC, so we interviewed him during the week from his home...after the first game winning kick but before the second game winner in a row.  He is on a roll!

Bus Trips Are More Fun After A Walk-off Win!

We had so much fun on this podcast...lots of laughs and good information!
We had to wing it again due to some phone calls, so Kevin and Phil started off with Coach Martinez talking about the win against SWKS, the bus ride home, and the stellar special teams play the past few weeks.
Then we have Kerry Starks join us to talk about his journey to Salina and his plans after football, as well as the bus ride home from SWKS.  Find out who the DJ on the team is, and who brings the speakers!
Finally we have Coach O on to discuss the big win, the controversial ending and Coach's challenge that was ruled in Salina's favor, and moving forward to playing the same team in back to back weeks.  Want to know Coach's superstitions?  We cover that as well.
Lots of laughs in this one!

Wingin It!

In this podcast, we are literally and figuratively winging it!  Take a listen, you will understand.  Not only do we talk to Coach O about the butt kicking they put on Washington and the upcoming game against SW Kansas, but we have a scheduled and a few unscheduled guests.
We start with #16 Desmon Epps and talk about his path to Salina through the Univ. of Idaho and what his future plans are.  Then we pivot to #99 Torrence Williams and what he brings to the table for the Liberty and any other football team he plays for in the future.  Lastly, we talk to #55 Torree Boyd and let him tell his story about how he quit football and what brought him back.
We never knew what was going to be thrown at us next, but we rolled with it!

Billings Sweep, Washington Up Next, and Jimmy the Equipment Manager!

This episode was a blast!   In this episode, Kevin and Phil talk to Coach O about the Billings butt whipping, upcoming game against Washington this weekend, and the changes in the team the past few weeks.  
We also finally get to interview the Equipment Manager Jimmy Stevens!  We have waited a long time for this one.  Find out what his responsibilities are, what a game day looks like for him, some of his favorite players and memories with the Salina Liberty, and what happens when he forgets something on a road trip (like coaches headsets).  He also gives us a surprise at the end!

Bye Week, Billings on Saturday, Playoff Picture, and Catering!

In this episode, Kevin and Phillip sit down with Coach O to discuss the second week of the back to back bye weeks, and look ahead to the Billings game on Saturday and what is at stake.  We talk about the playoff picture, some personnel changes, and what the rest of the season looks like.
And on top of that, we have Amanda on to discuss catering for the football team!  She talks about what goes on behind the scenes to shop, prepare, and feed everyone.  If you want to know how many hams she had to make for Easter dinner for the team, this is the episode you have been waiting for!  We even have a short cameo by Malik Honeycutt to tell us what his favorite foods are that Amanda cooks for the team.
Don't listen to this episode on an empty stomach!

Billings and Albany Game Review and Double Bye's

In this episode, Kevin is solo while Phillip is out on a cruise.  We lead off with a quick interview with QB Rakeem Cato to talk about his 300+ yard 8TD game against Albany.  Then Kevin and Coach O review the Billings and Albany games, and what the schedule looks like over the next couple of weeks with back to back byes.  We also discuss the end of the Albany game and the changes the league is making to ensure the same situation doesn't happen again.
AF1 Mid-Season Awards are out, and there are quite a few Liberty players on the list, so we discuss those players and what the awards mean.
And why do all the players that are new here like Taco John's so much?

RJ Jarrett, Toree Boyd, Coach Martinez, and Javin Kilgo

With Kevin out this week, Phil was planning on talking to Coach O.  But Coach was busy finalizing some transactions, so Phil started the podcast interviewing players RJ Jarrett and Toree Boyd.  Then Phil talked to Coach Martinez and QB Javin Kilgo.

Oregon Win, Upcoming Trip to Billings, and Listener Q&A

In this episode, Kevin and Phil talk to Coach O about the win against Oregon; what went well and what is still a work in progress, as well as looking ahead to Coach's trip home to Billings for a short week game.  We discuss what its like for Coach O to go home and coach the Liberty in an arena he has fond memories of in front of friends and family.
We also address some questions that we have had submitted from our listeners, such as player and coach contracts, why certain players were not re-signed, and who is the most improved player since game 1.

SWKS Game Recap, Oregon Look Ahead, and Meet the Trainers!

In this episode, Kevin and Phil sit down with Coach O to recap the game against SW Kansas last Saturday night and dive into some of the miscues that didn't go the Liberty's way.  We also discuss the upcoming game against Oregon, and we touch on some of the rule differences with Arena football around special teams.
Kevin and Phil also talk to Jordan and Taylor who are physical therapists in Salina and work with the Liberty.  We discuss what their day to day looks like with the players, some of the ugly injuries they see, and who can tape an ankle faster!

Albany and SW KS Breakdowns & Coach Martinez

This week, Kevin and Phil break down and discuss last Sunday's game vs. the Albany Firebirds, starting the season 0-3 and where the team is at this time, and looking ahead to the game this Saturday against SW Kansas with Coach O.
Coach Martinez also makes an unscheduled appearance to give us his background, what he is responsible for on the staff, and why he is a NY Yankees fan.  Want to know more about Coach Martinez...what he likes to eat and drink while breaking down film?  This is the episode for you!
And a shoutout for #9 Jamario "Rio" Benson!